Submarine Communications Technician - Radioman

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful position that allows you to continue supporting the world's finest submarine fleet? Amentum may have the position you are looking for. We have an immediate opening for a Submarine Communications Technician to support the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) C270 at Naval Station Norfolk, VA. Is position is currently not funded but expected to be in November 2026. Essential Responsibilities: Research technical documentation and develop test plans for use in troubleshooting, fault localization, and failure analysis Test, Troubleshoot, remove, rebuild and/or replace, reinstall, and re-test Common Submarine Radio Room (CSRR) Systems equipment, and associated cabling Assist with the identification and procurement of required repair parts Experience with providing corrective maintenance, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of Radio Room transceiver/receiver systems, including Digital Modular Radio, DAMA/MINI DAMA, HF, LF, SHR, and VLF systems Provide analysis of antenna pattern field strength measurements Assist with the troubleshooting and corrective maintenance of periscope GPS and communication antennas for outboard and inboard units Assist with the removal of obsolete equipment and the installation and testing of updated/upgraded CSRR units Provide training on CSRR repair procedures and associated equipment as required Minimum Requirements: General Experience: Five (5) years of full-time technical experience in the design, installation, testing, or repair of electronic systems and equipment. Specialized Experience: Three (3) years of full-time engineering experience in the operation, maintenance, installation, testing, or repair of submarine electronics systems and equipment. Experience in evaluating the material condition of ship systems and implementing corrective actions. Excellent communications and analytical skills; working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs Positions require the ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software Position requires travel Must have an active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: U.S. citizenship is required to maintain a secret clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Troubleshooting, fault localization, and failure analysis of fiber optic circuits Maintain fiber optic circuits Cyber Security A+ Certification Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits: This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future. Compensation Details: $35.00 - 45.00 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 08/18/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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